Sustainable Steps

The Gilchrist Foundation - the power behind the podcast


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In this episode of Sustainable Steps, Tami Koenigs and Jacob Heller dive into the organization that makes what you're hearing possible.

Cari Gehling, with the Gilchrist Foundation, talks about the incredible impact of Jocelyn Gilchrist's legacy on Sioux City and beyond.

Hear the fascinating history of the foundation - born out of the Sioux City livestock industry.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The Wild Side: Discover the foundation's work with the Broken Kettle Grasslands, bison herds and native prairie restoration.

  • A Lifeline for the Arts: How the foundation supports everything from the Sioux City Symphony to providing free music lessons for local students.

  • Responsive Giving: The story behind Jocelyn Gilchrist's anonymous philanthropy and the foundation's "Micro-Grant" program for quick-turnaround community help.

Find out more about the Gilchrist Foundation at: gilchristfoundation.org.

Learn about Goodwill's Job Training and Placement programs at: goodwillgreatplains.org.

The Sustainable Steps podcast is made possible due to a generous grant from the Gilchrist Foundation.

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Sustainable StepsBy Jacob Heller & Tami Koenigs